
Welcome to
First Churches of Northampton
We welcome all in joyful Christian community.
We listen for God's still-speaking voice.
We work together to make God's love and justice real.

Proud members of the UCC Open and Affirming Coalition and the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists

Sunday Worship Service: 10am
In Person in our First Churches Sanctuary, and online here
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm
Please call the office before coming to ensure someone will be available to let you in.
Worship Information

Coming Up at First Churches
15
MAY
Centering Prayer
1:30 PM
First Churches Chapel
Centering Prayer is a Christian practice of silent meditation. The First Churches centering prayer group meets in the Chapel on Thursday afternoons. On the second Thursday of the month they meet at 1:45pm; all other weeks they meet at 1:30pm. If have any questions, or you would like to be added to their email list, please email Debbie Ahearn at ahearn9907@msn.com.
18
MAY
Sunday Worship
10:00 AM
First Churches Sanctuary
Rev. Jack Kraaz will be preaching
19
MAY
Bible Study
1:00 PM
First Churches Parlor
Our regular weekly Bible study, led by Pastor Sarah, meets at 1pm on Mondays in the Fleming-Ives Parlor. All are welcome to join us to discuss the lectionary scripture for the upcoming Sunday service.
22
MAY
Centering Prayer
1:30 PM
First Churches Chapel
Centering Prayer is a Christian practice of silent meditation. The First Churches centering prayer group meets in the Chapel on Thursday afternoons. On the second Thursday of the month they meet at 1:45pm; all other weeks they meet at 1:30pm. If have any questions, or you would like to be added to their email list, please email Debbie Ahearn at ahearn9907@msn.com.
25
MAY
Sunday Worship
10:00 AM
First Churches Sanctuary
Rev. Sarah Buteux will be preaching
26
MAY
Bible Study
1:00 PM
First Churches Parlor
Our regular weekly Bible study, led by Pastor Sarah, meets at 1pm on Mondays in the Fleming-Ives Parlor. All are welcome to join us to discuss the lectionary scripture for the upcoming Sunday service.
30
MAY
Men's Group
12:00 PM
First Churches Parlor
The Men’s Group is open to all for fellowship and discussion. The group selects topics for discussion often accompanied by readings. This month, they will meet on Friday, May 30th at 12pm. Unless otherwise noted, they meet on the 4th Friday of the month at noon.
1
JUNE
Pride Service 2025
10:00 AM
First Churches Sanctuary
Join First Churches, St. John's Episcopal Church, Edwards Church, and Haydenville Congregational Church for our annual collaborative pride service. We are honored to have Rev. Laura Everett preaching. Rev. Everett currently serves as the executive director of the Massachusetts Council of Churches.
12
JUN
Dorcas Society
11:45 AM
Glendale Grill, Easthamtpon
If you are interested in joining us for lunch, please contact Nancy Waters at nanewat29@gmail.com or 401-588-1896. All women of the church are invited to attend.